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UPDATE: Phuket security operation continues as US sailors visit Patong and Kathu

Phuket’s 150-person security and traffic operation continues during the 4–9 October visit by two US warships carrying about 5,109 personnel, while sailors have been reported visiting Patong and Kathu attractions.

Phuket warns businesses against overcharging US Navy personnel

Commerce officials are checking prices in Patong during a US Navy visit expected to bring more than 5,000 personnel to Phuket.

Woman in Phuket says red tuk-tuk driver exposed himself outside her home

A woman in Wichit, Phuket, says a man driving a red tuk-tuk exposed himself while facing her outside her home on 4 October. She plans to submit video evidence to Wichit police.

USS George H.W. Bush arrives off Phuket with 4,800 aboard for port visit

The US aircraft carrier arrived off Phuket for a rest-and-recreation stop after a six-month deployment supporting operations in the Middle East.

Phuket hotel staff return B100,000 left by French tourist

A housekeeper at OASIS Phuket Airport found an envelope containing about B100,000 and helped return it to a French guest, who gave staff a B100 tip.

Two German tourists killed in Khao Lak hit-and-run

A 64-year-old German man and a 63-year-old German woman died after being struck by a pickup truck at a pedestrian crossing in Khao Lak, police said.

Thai AirAsia resumes Suvarnabhumi flights to Phuket, Chiang Mai and Krabi

Thai AirAsia has resumed flights from Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi Airport to Phuket, Chiang Mai and Krabi after a two-and-a-half-month suspension.

Teen shot while riding motorbike up Patong Hill

A 17-year-old boy was shot in the abdomen after two men allegedly fired at his motorcycle on Phra Barami Road on 30 September.

US aircraft carrier and 5,000 personnel scheduled to visit Phuket

Phuket authorities are preparing security arrangements for the USS George H.W. Bush and about 5,000 US Navy personnel from 4-9 October.

Driver charged after fatal pharmacy crash near Phuket airport

A 41-year-old driver has been charged with negligent driving after a crash killed a pedestrian and injured another in Sakhu, near Phuket International Airport.

Chinese tourist injured by van outside Phuket Airport

A 26-year-old Chinese tourist suffered minor injuries after being struck by a van while crossing the road outside Phuket Airport in Mai Khao on 30 September.